Question 1

Which of the following statements accurately represents the recommendations for protein intake in vegetarians?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vegetarian athletes need to consume 1.6 to 1.7 g/kg/day of complementary proteins. 
B)  Vegetarian athletes do not need to consume more protein than their omnivore counterparts. 
C)  Vegetarian athletes should consume about 10% more grams of protein than recommendations due to the digestibility of plant proteins. 
D)  Protein intake should vary daily based on the percentage of calories consumed in fat. 
A)  Vegetarian athletes need to consume 1.6 to 1.7 g/kg/day of complementary proteins. 
B)  Vegetarian athletes do not need to consume more protein than their omnivore counterparts. 
C)  Vegetarian athletes should consume about 10% more grams of protein than recommendations due to the digestibility of plant proteins. 
D)  Protein intake should vary daily based on the percentage of calories consumed in fat.

Question 2

Which of the following should you encourage a vegetarian athlete to consume because they are good plant sources of zinc? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Whole grains 
B)  Cereals 
C)  Citrus fruits 
D)  Spinach 
E)  Legumes 
A)  Whole grains 
B)  Cereals 
C)  Citrus fruits 
D)  Spinach 
E)  Legumes

Question 3

Once the body makes an antibody to a food allergen, every time the food is eaten an immune response will occur.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following symptoms are caused by the release of histamine when an antibody binds to a food allergen? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased heart rate 
B)  Hypotension 
C)  Itching 
D)  Light-headedness 
E)  Swelling 
A)  Increased heart rate 
B)  Hypotension 
C)  Itching 
D)  Light-headedness 
E)  Swelling

Question 5

Which of the following foods would not be consumed by an athlete following a paleo diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mushrooms 
B)  Dried beans 
C)  Asparagus 
D)  Apples 
A)  Mushrooms 
B)  Dried beans 
C)  Asparagus 
D)  Apples

Question 6

Which of the following best characterizes non-celiac gluten intolerance or gluten sensitivity?

Accepted Answer

A)  Consumption of gluten-containing foods results in feelings of tiredness, abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea or constipation. 
B)  Consumption of gluten-containing foods causes an autoimmune reaction in the intestines. 
C)  Consumption of gluten-containing foods creates vitamin and mineral deficiencies and weight loss. 
D)  Consumption of gluten-containing foods results in mild gastrointestinal upset and serious migraine-like headaches. 
A)  Consumption of gluten-containing foods results in feelings of tiredness, abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea or constipation. 
B)  Consumption of gluten-containing foods causes an autoimmune reaction in the intestines. 
C)  Consumption of gluten-containing foods creates vitamin and mineral deficiencies and weight loss. 
D)  Consumption of gluten-containing foods results in mild gastrointestinal upset and serious migraine-like headaches.

Question 7

Which of the following actions might be taken by an allergist to determine which food allergen is creating a reaction in a patient? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Food diary that notes all foods eaten and whether or not a reaction occurred 
B)  Immediate bloodwork following a reaction to measure antibody levels 
C)  Scratch skin test 
D)  Complete history of a serious reaction to include onset/duration, suspected foods, and how foods were prepared 
E)  Double-blind food challenge 
A)  Food diary that notes all foods eaten and whether or not a reaction occurred 
B)  Immediate bloodwork following a reaction to measure antibody levels 
C)  Scratch skin test 
D)  Complete history of a serious reaction to include onset/duration, suspected foods, and how foods were prepared 
E)  Double-blind food challenge

Question 8

Which of the following vitamins are at risk of deficiency in an athlete who consumes a gluten-free diet? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  B vitamins 
B)  Zinc 
C)  Fiber 
D)  Vitamin E 
E)  Vitamin C 
A)  B vitamins 
B)  Zinc 
C)  Fiber 
D)  Vitamin E 
E)  Vitamin C

Question 9

What is the main risk of consuming meat products as part of a raw-food diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  High total cholesterol levels 
B)  Foodborne illness 
C)  Vitamin B12 and zinc deficiency 
D)  Hypertension 
A)  High total cholesterol levels 
B)  Foodborne illness 
C)  Vitamin B12 and zinc deficiency 
D)  Hypertension

Which of the following statements accurately represents the recommendations for protein intake in vegetarians?

Which of the following should you encourage a vegetarian athlete to consume because they are good plant sources of zinc? Select all that apply.

Once the body makes an antibody to a food allergen, every time the food is eaten an immune response will occur.

Which of the following symptoms are caused by the release of histamine when an antibody binds to a food allergen? Select all that apply.

Which of the following foods would not be consumed by an athlete following a paleo diet?

Which of the following best characterizes non-celiac gluten intolerance or gluten sensitivity?

Which of the following actions might be taken by an allergist to determine which food allergen is creating a reaction in a patient? Select all that apply.

Which of the following vitamins are at risk of deficiency in an athlete who consumes a gluten-free diet? Select all that apply.

What is the main risk of consuming meat products as part of a raw-food diet?

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Exam 16: Nutrition for Athletes With Special Dietary Needs

Which of the following statements accurately represents the recommendations for protein intake in vegetarians?

Which of the following should you encourage a vegetarian athlete to consume because they are good plant sources of zinc? Select all that apply.

Once the body makes an antibody to a food allergen, every time the food is eaten an immune response will occur.

Which of the following symptoms are caused by the release of histamine when an antibody binds to a food allergen? Select all that apply.

Which of the following foods would not be consumed by an athlete following a paleo diet?

Which of the following best characterizes non-celiac gluten intolerance or gluten sensitivity?

Which of the following actions might be taken by an allergist to determine which food allergen is creating a reaction in a patient? Select all that apply.

Which of the following vitamins are at risk of deficiency in an athlete who consumes a gluten-free diet? Select all that apply.

What is the main risk of consuming meat products as part of a raw-food diet?

Carbohydrates

Protein

Fats

Vitamins, Minerals, Electrolytes, and Water

Dietary Guidelines, General Nutrition Recommendations, and Federal Nutrition Policy

Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology and Nutrition

Nutrition Strategies for Optimal Athletic Performance

Exercise, Thermoregulation, and Fluid Balance

Nutritional Strategies for Competitive Endurance, Strength, and Power Athletes

Nutritional Supplements and Ergongenic Aids

Nutrition and Body Composition Coaching and Assessment

Weight Management and Energy Balance

Nutrition Across the Lifecycle

Nutrition for Athletes With Illness or Injury

Eating and Exercise Disorders

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